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You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city.
This activity is ideal for families or for travelers who want to explore the city at their own pace. No worries, the quizzes are easy: you’ll just need to observe your surroundings.
Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible.
With this activity, you will be guided through the following locations: Musée de l'Impression sur Etoffes, Square de la Bourse, Town Hall, Maison Mieg, Temple Saint-Etienne, the M.U.R, and the Bollwerk Tower.
Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided tour and your city exploration activity.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Go to the first station (Musée de l'Impression sur Etoffes) or start your tour wherever you like. Follow the instructions received in your booking confirmation email to access your self-guided city tour.
Itinerary
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The Musée de l'Impression sur Étoffes (Museum of Printed Textiles) is a specialized museum dedicated to the art and history of textile printing. Established in 1955, the museum is unique for its extensive and rich collection of printed fabrics, tools, and machines related to the textile industry, making it one of the most significant textile museums in the world. The museum is housed in a historic building, part of Mulhouse’s industrial textile production facilities.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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The Musée de l'Impression sur Étoffes (Museum of Printed Textiles) is a specialized museum dedicated to the art and history of textile printing. Established in 1955, the museum is unique for its extensive and rich collection of printed fabrics, tools, and machines related to the textile industry, making it one of the most significant textile museums in the world. The museum is housed in a historic building, part of Mulhouse’s industrial textile production facilities.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Town Hall of Mulhouse (in French, Hôtel de Ville de Mulhouse) reflects the city’s blend of cultural influences : The Mulhouse Town Hall is an example of Renaissance architecture, built in 1552. What makes it particularly distinctive is its façade, painted in the trompe-l'œil style. The vibrant pinkish color of the building gives it an appearance that immediately catches the eye and sets it apart from other buildings in the area. The Town Hall is also famous for the Klapperstein, a stone suspended from its corner. The guilty party like slanderers or gossipers) would be forced to wear the stone around their neck as public humiliation. The Klapperstein remains a symbol of justice and tradition in Mulhouse.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Like the nearby Town Hall, Maison Mieg is an example of Renaissance architecture, a period during which Mulhouse flourished. It has been home to the Mieg family, a prominent and influential family in Mulhouse’s history, for several generations. Its architecture is notable for its richly decorated façade, adorned with elaborate details typical of Renaissance-era designs. The house fits harmoniously into the historic Place de la Réunion, Mulhouse’s central square, where many other Renaissance-style buildings are located.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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The Temple Saint-Étienne is a Protestant church located in the heart of Mulhouse and is often referred to as the "Protestant Cathedral of Mulhouse” The city, which was once part of the Swiss Confederation, embraced Protestantism early on, in the 16th century. The Temple Saint-Étienne serves as a symbol of this particular religious identity with strong ties both to the Reformation and to Catholicism dominant in the region.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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The MUR (Mulhouse Urban Art) is a unique and dynamic street art project in Mulhouse, France, that brings contemporary urban art to the city’s streets. It stands for (Modular, Urban, Reactive). Every few weeks or months, a new artist is invited to create a large mural on the designated wall, transforming it into a fresh work of art each time.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Bollwerk Tower (in French, Tour du Bollwerk) is a medieval watchtower that dates back to the 14th century and is one of the last remnants of the city’s ancient fortifications. The Bollwerk Tower was built in the 14th century, originally as part of the city's fortifications. Architecturally, the Bollwerk Tower is a medieval military construction. Its octagonal shape, thick stone walls, and narrow windows were designed for defense. Even if over the centuries, the tower has been modified, it retains much of its original character.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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